What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Leith?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Leith is to bus which costs £2 and takes 10 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Leith?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Leith is to taxi which takes 7 min and costs £11 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Leith?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leith Street and arriving at Swanfield. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Leith?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Picardy Place and arriving at Foot of the Walk. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Leith?

The distance between Edinburgh and Leith is 1 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Leith without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Leith without a car is to tram which takes 9 min and costs £3.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Leith?

The tram from Picardy Place to Foot of the Walk takes 9 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Leith bus from?

Edinburgh to Leith bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, depart from Leith Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Leith train from?

Edinburgh to Leith train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, depart from Picardy Place station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Leith bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Leith bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, arrive at Swanfield station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Leith train arrive?

Edinburgh to Leith train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, arrive at Foot of the Walk station.

Where can I stay near Leith?

There are 2536+ hotels available in Leith.

Edinburgh to Leith - 4 ways to travel via tram, bus, taxi, and foot

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Leith by tram, bus, taxi, or foot

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Edinburgh to Leith by tram

3238Weekly Trams

9 minAverage Duration

£3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1.1 mi
Duration: 9 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Leith, Scotland?

Edinburgh Trams operates a vehicle from Picardy Place to Foot of the Walk every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 9 min. Alternatively, Lothian Buses operates a bus from Leith Street to Swanfield every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 10 min. Midland Bluebird also services this route hourly.

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